“Four deceased hostages were returned to Israel on Monday, and another 24 are supposed to be turned over as part of the first phase of the ceasefire, which also requires Israel to allow a surge of food and other humanitarian aid into Gaza.” - Baptist Press
“Given the timeliness of the topic and Layton’s careful discussion, I thought it would be a good idea to highlight these articles for our listener’s consideration.” - P&D
“Many expressed relief at the prospect of an end to the two-year war but pointed out that ceasefires have been broken before.” - RNS
“The difference between younger people and older people in the evangelical community is definitely statistically valid, statistically relevant….In every way, younger evangelicals are less engaged with Israel.” - Baptist Press
“Netanyahu stressed that the 21-point plan ‘achieves our war aims,’ namely, envisioning the return of all hostages within three days and outlining a process to dismantle Hamas’ military and governmental capabilities.” - CPost
Also:
“It is antisemitic to use theology, even forms of Christian theology, as a foundation for calling for the destruction of the Jews or completely disregarding them as a people…. It is not antisemitic to criticize a government’s actions.” - P&D
“This war, part of the broader Israel-Palestine conflict, seems unwinnable. Hamas will not surrender, but Israel cannot accept an end to the war that leaves them in power, licking their wounds and planning their next attack, so the war continues.” - Providence
“To be clear: our condemnation is not about stifling legitimate critique of government policies. Rather, the WCC’s statement crosses far beyond such criticism, constructing a narrative that vilifies Israel while ignoring critical realities, thereby exacerbating conflict and hatred.” - RNS
“Jesus told us that what would shock people about his return is not the drama that’s leading up to it…but the ordinariness.” - C.Leaders
